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Saturday, February 20, 2016

Albany Park Theater Project Receives $400,000 MacArthur Award by Michael J. Roberts

Albany Park Theater Project (APTP) today was awarded the prestigious MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions. The Award recognizes exceptional nonprofit organizations who hav…

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The Joffrey Ballet announces 2016-17 season featuring World Premiere of Christopher Wheeldon’s “The Nutcracker” by Michael J. Roberts

Ashley Wheater, Artistic Director of The Joffrey Ballet, proudly announces a momentous 2016-17 season including a world premiere by acclaimed choreographer Alexander Ekman; Chicago premieres…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:09PM
Friday, February 19, 2016

Barrel of Monkeys’ THAT WEIRD, GRANDMA: Winter Wonderland Matinees – Through March 13, 2016 at the Neo-Futurist Theate by Michael J. Roberts

  Barrel of Monkeys is pleased to bring back its popular Sunday matinees in THAT’S WEIRD, GRANDMA: Winter Wonderland Matinees, playing Sundays at 2 pm February 14 – March 13, 201…

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ILLINOIS NATIVE MARK ROBERTS, CREATOR OF HIT TV SITCOM MIKE & MOLLY, DEBUTS MIDWEST PREMIERE OF COMEDY NEW COUNTRY by Michael J. Roberts

Stand-up comedian, actor and writer Mark Roberts returns home for the Midwest Premiere of The New York Times’ Critics’ Pick NEW COUNTRY at The Den Theater,1333 N. Milwaukee Ave.  The no…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:46PM

Geja’s Café presents the M. Chapoutier Winemaker Dinner, Monday, March 7 by Michael J. Roberts

Legendary Chicago destination, Geja’s Café, 340 West Armitage, invites guests to enjoy wines from one of the most recognized wineries in the world at the M. Chapoutier Winemaker Dinner on…

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NEW LINCOLN PARK RESTAURANT GREEN BEAN REDEFINES DELICIOUS FAST FOOD WITH NON-TRADITIONAL, QUICK, HEALTHY CHOICES by Michael J. Roberts

Move over hamburgers and French fries – a healthy, delicious new restaurant is bringing a fresh alternative to fast food in Lincoln Park. Just steps away from the Fullerton “L” stop, G…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:46PM

MARC SALEM’S MIND OVER CHICAGO AT APOLLO THEATER by Michael J. Roberts

The newly designed and renovated Apollo Theater Chicago, 2540 N Lincoln Ave,is excited to present a special limited engagement of Marc Salem’s Mind Over Chicago, the latest interactive sho…

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The Neo-Futurists present Saturn Returns workshop performance by Michael J. Roberts

Saturn Returns makes its second pass at The Neo-Futurarium this March. The inaugural production of The Neo-Lab has had several months to continue the exploration of Tif Harrison’s play…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:46PM

The McCallum Theatre presents Colin James on Thursday, March 17, at 8pm by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre presents Colin James on Thursday, March 17, at 8:00pm. Born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Colin and his band The Hoodoo Men opened for Stevie Ray Vaughan for several tour dat…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 12:10PM

Broadway In Chicago hosts CABARET Post-Show Educational Q&A with Cast Members by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and The PrivateBank hosted an educational post-show Q&A discussion with cast members from the production of Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET following the Wedne…

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The Arc Theatre’s THE THINGS WE KEEP – Through February 28, 2016 at Noyes Cultural Arts Center by Michael J. Roberts

The Arc Theatre is pleased to celebrate its permanent move to Evanston with the world premiere of THE THINGS WE KEEP by Artistic Director Mark Boergers, directed by ensemble member Nata…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:28AM

Announcing new American Theater Company Artistic Director Will Davis by Michael J. Roberts

Following a six-month national search, American Theater Company’s (ATC) Board of Directors has named Will Davis its new artistic director, effective immediately. Currently based in New Yor…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:28AM

A Red Orchid Theatre receives $200k MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions by Michael J. Roberts

A Red Orchid Theatre today was awarded the prestigious MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions. The Award recognizes exceptional nonprofit organizations who have demonstrate…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:28AM
Thursday, February 18, 2016

Emerald City Theatre Partners with Author Mary Pope Osborne, Literacy Organizations to Offer Performance and Gift of “Magic Tree House” Books to 3 by Michael J. Roberts

In a remarkable effort to support the improved reading skills of Chicago Public Schools (CPS) elementary students, Emerald City Theatre has joined forces with Mary Pope Osborne – autho…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:26PM

Milwaukee Repertory Theater Announces 2016/17 Season, Including New “A Christmas Carol” by Michael J. Roberts

Tonight, Artistic Director Mark Clements and Managing Director Chad Bauman announced Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s 2016/17 Season to a group of The Rep’s subscribers, donors, community l…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:26PM

The Historic Apollo Chorus of Chicago Presents Mendelssohn’s Elijah by Michael J. Roberts

The iconic Apollo Chorus, Chicago’s oldest musical organization and premier volunteer chorus, announces its 2015-2016 season, celebrating the power of live musical performance through cho…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:26PM

HELL IN A HANDBAG ANNOUNCES 2016 SEASON – Season Subscriptions Now On Sale! by Michael J. Roberts

Hell in a Handbag Productions is pleased to announce its 2016 Season, and this year no holy cow is too sacred. What could be better than kicking off summer with the Chicago premiere o…

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CAP UCLA Presents Noura Mint Seymali & Tal National at Royce Hall by Michael J. Roberts

Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA is proud to present Noura Mint Seymali, the Islamic Republic of Mauritania’s defining artist on the international stage, along with her band. …

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The Mystery of Love & Sex’ Opens February 21 at 7 p.m. at CTG/Mark Taper Forum by Michael J. Roberts

Award-winning playwright Bathsheba Doran’s heartfelt new work, “The Mystery of Love & Sex,” opens Sunday, February 21, 2016, at 7 p.m. at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum.…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 07:40AM

Piccolo Theatre Presents New Adaptation of THE MISANTHROPE by Michael J. Roberts

Piccolo Theatre presents The Misanthrope, in a new version by British playwright, Martin Crimp.  The production serves as a new exploration of modern comedy for Piccolo, known historically …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:26AM

773 continues The Inoffensive Theatre Series due to popular demand by Michael J. Roberts

Continuing with their successful run of fun, affordable weekend entertainment for all ages, Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Avenue, Chicago, is proud to extend their cheeky, family-friendly quart…

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Montana Rep’s Touring Production of Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons” Comes to the MAC by Michael J. Roberts

The Montana Repertory Theatre production of Arthur Miller’s classic, “All My Sons” comes to the McAninch Arts Center, located at 425 Fawell Blvd. on the campus of College of DuPage, Sa…

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Northlight Theatre announces 42nd Season by Michael J. Roberts

  Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, announces its 42nd season, including three World Premieres and two Midwe…

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ONE-MAN STAR WARS TRILOGY To Play Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place by Michael J. Roberts

  Broadway In Chicago is pleased to announce ONE-MAN STAR WARS TRILOGY will play the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) for a limited one-week engagement April 19…

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Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Cast announced for The House of Blue Leaves, opening April 26 by Michael J. Roberts

JoAnn Montemurro, co-Artistic Director of Raven Theatre, has announced casting for the company’s upcoming production of The House of Blue Leaves by John Guare. The play will run on the com…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:30PM

Shakespeare 400 Chicago continues with Filter Theatre’s “Twelfth Night” Inbox x by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) welcomes Filter Theatre’s raucous Twelfth Night, produced in association with the Royal Shakespeare Company, as part of the yearlong Shakespeare 400 Chica…

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Interrobang Theatre’s THE NORTH POOL – May 27 – June 26, 2016 at The Athenaeum Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Interrobang Theatre Project is pleased to conclude its 2015-16 Season, exploring “Unnatural Disasters,” with the Midwest premiere of the psychological drama THE NORTH POOL by Pulitze…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:30PM

Casting Announced for Sideshow Theatre’s CAUGHT – May 29 – July 3, 2016 at Victory Gardens by Michael J. Roberts

Sideshow Theatre Company will conclude its 2015/16 Season with CAUGHT, a new, head-spinning collaboration with playwright Christopher Chen, director Seth Bockley and Chicago’s Xio…

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McCallum Celebrates Sinatra’s Centennial with Michael Feinstein March 12 & 13 by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre celebrates Frank Sinatra’s Centennial with two performances by Michael Feinstein on Saturday, March 12, at 8:00pm and Sunday, March 13, at 7:00pm. Ambassador of the G…

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Andre Watts at the McCallum March 14 by Michael J. Roberts

Through the generosity of individual board members of the Virginia Waring International Piano Competition, theDesert Entertainer and the McCallum Theatre present famed pianist Andre Watts on…

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Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with ANTHONY RAPP by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway superstar ANTHONY RAPP discusses reprising is role as Lucas in the national tour of IF/THEN; the success of NEXT TO NORMAL; playing the iconic Andy Warhol in POP! and his sensationa…

SOURCE: www.showbiznoflo.com at 09:16AM

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